Any vessel too large to transit the original Panama Canal locks but able to pass through the expanded Neopanamax locks opened in 2016. Post-Panamax vessels can have a beam up to 51.25 metres and include large container ships and bulk carriers.
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LNG CarrierA specialised tanker designed to transport liquefied natural gas at approximately minus 162 degrees Celsius.LPG CarrierA specialised tanker designed to transport liquefied petroleum gas, primarily propane and butane, either under pressure, refrigerated, or a combination of both.Offshore Supply VesselA vessel designed to transport supplies, equipment, and personnel to offshore oil and gas platforms.Product TankerA tanker designed to carry refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and naphtha.ReeferA refrigerated cargo vessel designed to transport temperature-sensitive perishable commodities such as fruit, meat, fish, and dairy products.Ro-RoRoll-on/Roll-off vessel designed for cargo that is driven on and off the ship on wheels, such as cars, trucks, trailers, and heavy machinery.
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